President Ruto Apologizes to Rex Masai's Family

President William Ruto has apologized to the family of Rex Masai, who was fatally shot during anti-government protests in Nairobi in 2024.

A delegation led by Prof. Makau Mutua, chairperson of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Protests and Riots, delivered the president's apology to Masai's mother in Kayole.

Background

Masai's death sparked widespread outrage and calls for police reform. An inquest into his death has been concluded, with the court reviewing evidence before making a final determination.

Source: Nairobi Wire. AI-assisted summary.